PERSONAL DEVICES & SUBSTANCE POLICY
CELL PHONE / EARBUD USAGE POLICY
Personal cell phones are prohibited in classrooms and the welding lab. Cell phone usage will only be acceptable during the student’s 15-minute breaks and half-hour lunch periods in the communal area or eatery.
Violations will be documented and followed up with a verbal or written warning, which may result in a student being sent home with absence time charged.
ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES POLICY
IAI is dedicated to maintaining a drug-free, healthy, and safe learning environment. To uphold this commitment, students are expected to attend class in a suitable mental and physical state, enabling them to perform their responsibilities effectively.
While on IAI premises or engaged in training-related activities off-site, students are strictly prohibited from using, possessing, distributing, or selling illegal drugs or being under the influence of alcohol or illicit substances.
The lawful use of prescribed medications is allowed only if it does not impair the student’s ability to perform essential training functions effectively and safely, without risking the safety of others. Students must understand the warnings and side effects of any medications they use and must report this information to the administration and instructors.
Students must report any knowledge they have regarding violations of this policy to the IAI administration. Students are encouraged to seek assistance to
resolve substance abuse problems before they affect the learning environment. Suppose an administrator or instructor observes signs of drug or alcohol use. In that case, they will address the situation privately with the student involved, who may also be requested to undergo drug or alcohol testing.
Violations of this policy will result in disciplinary actions, which may include immediate termination and could also lead to legal consequences.
TOBACCO USAGE POLICY
The use of tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco, is prohibited in the IAI lobby, classrooms, labs, and parking lots. A designated smoking area is located on the northwest side of the lab for use during student lunch & break periods only. It is the responsibility of the students to maintain the cleanliness of this area. Failure to maintain the designated smoking area will result in its elimination.
Violations will be documented and followed up with a verbal or written warning, which may result in a student being sent home with absence time charged or dismissal.